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I began my career as a freelance writer about 20 years ago. Eager to be a success, I jumped in head-first, and sent out queries and manuscripts left and right. Fortunately, I've received a pretty good response, and have managed to balance my writing and raising my children.

Almost immediately, another author contacted me with her concerns. She felt that these two sources were very profitable, and thus, not a good resource for the freelancer.

Keeping her advice in mind, I continued on my journey with both sites. The experiment was set in motion, and I now have some results to share.

As it turns out, my author-friend was right. Neither site has been profitable for my writing. With Associated Content, my earnings are now up to a whopping 53 cents, and with Constant Content, my earnings are only $3.25 (for a movie review I wrote several years ago). While I have no issue with either company, I must agree: